2004 MG ZT vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG ZT would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZT (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 MG ZT (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2004 MG ZT has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 MG ZT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZT | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | MG | Tata |
| Model | ZT | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
